Leading Edge Spars Question

[Huskies]

So I bought a used full vent signature series and I notices that the leading edge "ferrule"  more like a dowel to me that connects all the top pieces is loose.  So it will slide into the outer spar to the point its barely sticking out.  So today when I flew I just pulled it out some and connected it.  My question is, Should I just put a dab of crazy glue on it to secure it in place or leave it "floating" as it is.  And if so should I glue it to the center spar or the outer spar.  Right now its in the outer spar but I'm sure I could pull it out and glue it in the center spar.  What do ya'll think?   Thanks

[Huskies]

So this is what Im working with.  For sure the left leading edge spar is glued into the outer spar not the middle....So should I glue it into the right spar, Leaving the middle spar "female"

[riffclown]

 

The Old Standard for 1.5 frames was a center double male with outer spars that were interchangeable with the vertical spars.

The B2 used a double female middle spar with single male outer spars. In this particular case, I think it is entirely up to you. I'd suggest the double male approach to give you the interchangability with other frame sets. I would suggest using epoxy or similar glue as super glue can get brittle, release and present you with the same issue again.

[windwarrior]

Riff beat me to it. I just checked a couple of mine and they're male centers. I would go with that just for the interchangeable option but that's just me.

[SparkieRob]

Glue to the centre spar. A 1.5 frame set has 4+1. The verticals are interchangeable with the outer of the leading edge.

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[Paul LaMasters]

Evolution for me, I've grown to prefer the ferrules on the outer tubes,instead of the middle one, breaks down to a shorter overall length and can't reach a slipped inside ferrule is now impossible, just push it out from other side!

i actually prefer travel frames, to vary and position stiffness for conditions 

[oapbillf]

Never heard of that one before Paul, good idea !  

To refit the ferrule, first scrape off  any residue adhesive and ensure it fits into the rod with ease.   Wrap a piece of adhesive tape to divide the ferrule in half leaving a tab for removal.   I use a super glue gel, works for me, put a small amount in the rod and just a light smear on the ferrule.   Doing it rapidly, insert the ferrule into the rod giving it a twist until it butts up with the tape.  Allow the adhesive to set for a few minutes then remove the tape. Trim off any excess adhesive if required.

 

 

[Huskies]

wound up using some super glue....seems to have worked...thanks for all the advice

[Paul LaMasters]

Super glue is brittle, a sharp bang will release it,.... 5 minute epoxy is more flexible, it gives under a sharp impact as opposed to outright failure, same application procedures for either item,.... do you want "keep fixing it?"